Eugene F. O’Neil, 83, of New Bedford, passed away Saturday, April 23, 2016 at home following a long illness. He was the husband of the late Betty C. O’Neil and husband of Patricia A. Reynolds-O’Neil with whom he shared 16 years of marriage.
Born in Acushnet, a son of the late Edgar E. and Beatrice (Bibeau) O’Neil, he was a lifelong resident of New Bedford.
Mr. O’Neil was a Veteran of the United States Marine Corps.
He had a long career as a truck driver for 42 years, working for several different companies.
He enjoyed stock car racing and working on his cars.
Surviving in addition to his wife Patricia are his children, Richard O’Neil, Randall O’Neil, Star Ulewicz and Roger O’Neil; step-daughters, Norma LaPointe and Tresa Segnitz; grandchildren, Jessica Galligan and Billy Segnitz; a great-grandchild, Owen Galligan; a brother, Edgar O’Neil; a sister, Ruth Gomes; and several nieces and nephews. He was the father of the late Roy O’Neil and brother of the late Kenneth O’Neil.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 26, 2016 from 9-10am in the Rock Funeral Home, 1285 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford followed by burial in Pine Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
For online tributes please visit: www.rock-funeralhome.com
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